Metrologist/ Quality Inspector

Aerosonic Metrologist Position

Founded in 1953, Aerosonic has grown to be a leader in aviation instrumentation and avionics equipment including air data systems, standby displays, digital and mechanical standby instruments, sensors and probes. Our customers include the major manufacturers of todays civil, military and business fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms as well as all branches of the US military forces. We are located in Clearwater, FL and do not offer hybrid or remote work - all employees must be a U.S. Person.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Exceed customer expectations while fostering a supportive and engaging work environment
• Rewards: Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses to match your drive for success
• Growth: Access to mentorship, professional development and clear paths to leadership roles
• Culture: Join a dynamic team of bold thinkers who value creativity, collaboration and results
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with match, profit sharing plan and more

Summary of Position:

The Metrologist oversees all quality related activities related to the quality department and in particular, quality inspection. The Metrologist is responsible for creating inspection plans, methods and fixtures related to all Aerosonic product inspections, including the programming of Zeiss Scanbox and Zeiss CMMs. The Metrologist will inspect, adjust, and verify measurement instruments to ensure accuracy against established standards, repeating the cycle of inspect, adjust, verify, and document as needed. The Metrologist will provide guidance to engineering and production teams on measurement techniques and equipment operation to include evaluating new measurement technologies and methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for conducting the precise measurements of products, components, and tools, analyze data to identify trends, assess instrument performance, and determine measurement uncertainties.
• Conduct problem solving activities including data collection, problem identification, containment activities, root cause analysis, corrective action development, implementation, and verification for customer returns, internal non-conformities, audit findings, and process improvements.
• Coordinate with the engineering department in the design and implementation of new fixtures related to inspection processes. Utilize current inspection machinery to assist in reverse engineering of products as needed.
• Develop/ maintain product inspection plans and provide training to other inspectors to build quality awareness and increase team skills to ensure that products and processes conform to design requirements and Aerosonics QMS.
• Assist in leading new product launch activities from a quality inspector perspective through participation in production readiness reviews, designing inspection plans, establishing new design fixture(s) and completing First Article Inspection Planning to ensure a new products release to production is accomplished successfully with the most robust manufacturing inspection processes possible.
• Assist the Quality Manager in establishing, implementing, and maintaining the QMS and other quality functions as needed to ensure compliance to AS9100.

Qualifications:

• 10 + years manufacturing experience in a Metrology/equivalent function or Bachelors degree with a minimum of 6 years experience in Aerospace quality inspection.
• CMM Advanced/Expert Certified (preferably Zeiss) or demonstrated history of comparable experience
• Must be Zeiss Scanbox certified/trained or similar optical inspection equivalent experience
• Experience with ISO9001 / AS9100, or equivalent quality management system.
• Strong interpersonal, organization and written/verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to effectively work with others in various coordinate disciplines, on multi-national teams, and to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be able to work with ITAR products and related data without restriction.

Skill Set Required:

• Strong PC skills, including Adobe, MRP systems (MAX, SAP, ORACLE), and Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Access.
• Strong familiarity with blueprints & GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2009 Standards
• Strong background in AutoCAD or similar experience in fixturing and design

Skill Set Preferred:

• Experience in Aerospace and/or automotive manufacturing environments.
• Six Sigma Green belt or higher.
• Strong background in precision machining.
• Strong background with brazing and welding standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Restrictions are limited only by individuals inability to perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result for the individual or surrounding employees.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed
• Required lifting weight: 35 lbs. Lifting Frequency: Daily
• Sitting, standing, reaching, bending, and moving for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in a Manufacturing environment

Work Environment:

• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
• Requires repetitive movement
• Requires sitting for extended periods of time

Safety Hazard:

• Requires eye protection.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8. U.S.C.1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Aerosonic will require proof status before employment.

Aerosonic provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated fairly during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.